Monthly Archives: October 2009

Yesterday it was announced by a representative from the Kazak Cycling Federation that Alberto Contador will indeed be honoring the final year of his contract and riding for Team Astana in 2010. I’m sorry, Mr. Proskurin, but I’m not buying it. Can you blame me? It’s not as if we’ve been receiving accurate information regarding … Continue reading →

Here’s the latest column and power rankings from Pavé’s own cross-correspondent, Erik Mitchell. Be sure to check-out Erik’s new site, The Run-Up, for all things ‘cross! Last week I made a bold statement saying that Niels Albert will dominate any race he enters. As many suspected, I was wrong. However, I did predict that Sven … Continue reading →

Hope you had an enjoyable weekend! Here’s what’s on our minds: 1. I’m not sure how we let this one slip through the cracks, but what are your thoughts on Ghent-Wevelgem being moved to the Sunday before the Tour of Flanders? I plan to share my thoughts in a future post, but for now I’m … Continue reading →

Good thing I left my Mussolini jersey at home. As we enter the first weekend of the “off-season”, I’d like to make a recommendation: ride your bike! Granted, I’m sure many of you were already planning too—in fact, you probably never stopped. But if you’re like me, lately you might have been spending more time … Continue reading →

Here’s the latest installment of Erik’s Wednesday Cross Column—complete with his own North American and International Power Rankings. If you like what you read, head over to Erik’s blog for more insight and analysis. And please feel free to share your comments below—he reads them! After six weeks of cross racing, two things are certain. … Continue reading →